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Series TSTM-DC Test Stands    

 

 

    

 

   

 

   User’s Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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2.4 Installing an Indicator with torque sensor 

1.  Once the test stand is in a stable and secure position, install an indicator via four thumb screws.  

 

2.  Install a torque sensor onto the slider bracket using the supplied hardware, and insert the Plug & 

Test connector into the indicator, as shown in the image below: 
 

 

 

2.5 Installing the 09-1162 interface cable 

If using test stand functions requiring communication between the torque sensor / indicator and test 
stand, such as data output, overload protection, etc., connect the interface cable between the 
instrument’s connector and the indicator cable connector on the rear of the control panel. This cable may 
be used with an M5I or M7I indicator. 
 

2.6 Safety / proper usage

 

Typical materials able to be tested include manufactured items such as springs, metals, plastics, 
electronic components, mechanical assemblies, packaging materials, and many others. Items that should 
not be tested include potentially flammable substances or products, items that can shatter in an unsafe 
manner, and any other components that can present an exceedingly hazardous situation when acted 
upon by torque. 
 
When using a grip, ensure that it secures the sample in such a way that it is prevented from slipping out 
during a test, preventing a potential safety risk to the operator and others in the vicinity. If using a grip or 
fixture from a supplier other than Mark-10, ensure that it is constructed of suitably rugged materials and 
components.

 

 
2.7 Connecting power 

Plug one end of the power cord into its receptacle at the rear of the control panel and the other end into a 
wall outlet with local earth ground (3-prong connector).  
  
Before turning on power, the following safety checks and procedures should be performed: 
  

1.  Never operate the test stand if there is any visible damage to the power cord or the test stand 

itself. The test stand is powered by 110V/220V. Any contact with this high voltage can cause 
serious injury or even death. 
 

2.  Ensure that the test stand is kept away from water or any electrically conductive liquids at all 

times. 
 

3.  Make sure the electrical outlet powering the test stand has local earth ground (3-prong 

connector).  

Summary of Contents for TSTM-DC

Page 1: ...Series TSTM DC Motorized Torque Test Stands User s Guide...

Page 2: ...p safety and operation instructions Dimensions and specifications are also provided For additional information or answers to your questions please do not hesitate to contact us Our technical support a...

Page 3: ...g the pair of screws at each end Install the indicator mounting kit on the column For the vertical models install the base with four 5 16 18 x 1 screws and the top cap with four ribbed push in rivets...

Page 4: ...the control panel can be mounted at any angle although extra care should be taken during installation and operation IMPORTANT Do not fasten any screws more than 0 25 in 6 mm into the base of the cont...

Page 5: ...lows for PC control if appropriate functions are enabled Plug one end of the 09 1056 serial cable into this connector and the other end into a serial connector on a computer or USB converter 4 Power P...

Page 6: ...ances or products items that can shatter in an unsafe manner and any other components that can present an exceedingly hazardous situation when acted upon by torque When using a grip ensure that it sec...

Page 7: ...worn if a destructive failure of a test sample is possible 3 Keep away from moving parts of the test stand Loose articles of clothing should not be worn Long hair should be covered to avoid a hazardo...

Page 8: ...cycles password editing and other functions 2 OPERATING MODE This is the operating mode in which testing sequences can be started and stopped SOFT KEYS Functions are determined by the corresponding t...

Page 9: ...of settings before saving 4 1 Speed Independent speeds can be set for both directions of movement Default setting 10 RPM 60 s Available settings TSTM DC TSTMH DC 0 01 15 RPM 0 05 90 s TSTM DC 2 TSTMH...

Page 10: ...mpletions in the M7I whichever occurs first at the specified speed stopping for the specified amount of dwell time and returning to the other limit at the specified speed Default setting 00000 off Ava...

Page 11: ...he next number will be 9999 9 and continue decrementing ENTR Returns to the Test Function Setup menu ESC Exits the function without saving changes 4 5 CW and CCW travel limits CW L and CCW L This sett...

Page 12: ...D and CCW OVERLOAD This setting corresponds to the percentage of full scale at which torque plate rotational travel stops For example a setting of 80 for a 100 lbFin capacity torque sensor would stop...

Page 13: ...400 57600 115200 Label Description or Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Function Setup menu ESC Exits the function without saving changes 4 9 Stop bits and parity STOP PAR This...

Page 14: ...tton has been pressed and held Subsequently pressing STOP will stop torque plate motion 2 Momentary The torque plate will rotate only if the button is held down Releasing the button will stop movement...

Page 15: ...indicates that the password is disabled and that the user can freely enter the Test Function Setup menu Default setting 0000 off Available settings 0000 9999 Label Description or Increases or decreas...

Page 16: ...ses and moves at maximum speed to the other limit whichever occurs first 3 Cycling Mode Test stand cycles between limits at the selected speed and pauses at each limit for a selected period of time 4...

Page 17: ...in motion an LED indicator on the button pushed will be illuminated The KEYS setting controls how test stand movement responds to the push of either of the directional buttons The three settings are 1...

Page 18: ...the set speed to whichever limit it encounters first and stops Then it returns at maximum speed to the opposite limit whichever occurs first and stops Press either directional button to initiate an Au...

Page 19: ...equence Press either directional button to resume Once the sequence has been completed the screen will revert to the number of cycles programmed originally To begin another cycle test press either dir...

Page 20: ...quired g 000007 5 7 5 Deg g000010 7 10 7 Deg h Set CW travel limit Revolutions format h XXXX XX Negative sign if applicable four leading zeroes and two decimal places required h 0010 55 10 55 Turns h0...

Page 21: ...the test stand 2 Attempt to loosen subcomponents of the test stand ex fasteners brackets etc All components should be firmly attached If any looseness is detected stop using the test stand and contact...

Page 22: ...ed variation with load 0 Stepper motor driven Speed accuracy 0 2 of setting Rotational travel accuracy 0 7 0 02 rev Rotational travel repeatability 0 1 0 01 rev Rotational travel resolution 0 1 0 01 r...

Page 23: ...Series TSTM DC Test Stands User s Guide 23 10 DIMENSIONS in mm TSTM DC...

Page 24: ...Series TSTM DC Test Stands User s Guide 24 TSTMH DC CONTROL PANEL...

Page 25: ...Series TSTM DC Test Stands User s Guide 25 NOTES...

Page 26: ...pport In addition to our standard line of products we can provide modifications and custom designs for OEM applications Our engineering team is eager to satisfy any special requirements Please contact...

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